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PUV modernization program still a go as QC court junks TRO petition

MANILA -- The implementation of the Public Utility Vehicle (PUV) modernization program will push through after a Quezon City trial court denied the petition of protesting militant transport groups. QC Regional Trial...

PH embassies, consulates abroad told to update contingency plans

MANILA -- The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Tuesday ordered all embassies abroad and consulates general, particularly those in or near conflict areas, to update their contingency plans to ensure...

House panel approves P1.35-B PCOO budget for 2018

MANILA -- The House of Representatives’ appropriations committee on Tuesday approved the proposed budget of the Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) for 2018. The PCOO and its attached agencies are seeking a...

NYC calls on youth to take part in peace-building

The National Youth Commission (NYC) on Tuesday, August 15, highlighted the importance of engaging the Filipino youth in the efforts of the Duterte administration to achieve lasting peace in the country. In...

Army bares 33 rebel-infested areas in Eastern Visayas

TACLOBAN CITY -- The Philippine Army has tagged 32 towns and a city in Eastern Visayas as priority in their anti-insurgency drive, citing recent reports of attacks and fortification activities of...

Palace mulls AFP help in containing bird flu outbreak

MANILA -- Malacañang on Tuesday said it is considering the use of military troops to hasten the clearing of areas affected by the avian flu virus in the province of Pampanga. At...

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